Rome, the Eternal City and cradle of art, in June 2025, once again confirms its role as a leading venue for exhibitions of international relevance. From the great masters of the past to the contemporary avant-garde, the capital offers a wide range of must-see exhibitions for both art lovers and curious visitors alike.
A Journey Through Classical and Contemporary Art
June 2025 promises to be a month rich in cultural offerings in Rome, with exhibitions ranging from the great masterpieces of the past to the most innovative expressions of contemporary art. An unmissable opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty and creativity that only the Eternal City can offer so uniquely.
Not-to-be-missed Exhibitions in Rome in June 2025:
Until July 6, Palazzo Barberini is hosting one of the most important retrospectives ever dedicated to Michelangelo Merisi, known as Caravaggio. Featuring 23 works from museums and private collections around the world, the exhibition offers a unique opportunity to admire masterpieces such as “Ecce Homo” and “Portrait of Maffeo Barberini”, both recently rediscovered.
Picasso. Lo straniero
At Palazzo Cipolla – Museo del Corso, until June 29, the exhibition explores themes such as identity and otherness through Pablo Picasso’s works, highlighting his relationship with the concept of the “foreigner” and his influence on 20th-century art.
Frida Kahlo by Nickolas Muray
The Museo Storico della Fanteria presents, until July 27, a selection of photographs taken by Nickolas Muray, which portray the iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo in intimate and everyday moments, offering a new perspective on her life and personality.
Albert Watson. Roma Codex
From May 29 to August 3, the Palazzo delle Esposizioni hosts a major exhibition dedicated to photographer Albert Watson, showing a selection of images that present Rome through the artist’s lens.
Mario Giacomelli
Also at the Palazzo delle Esposizioni, until August 3, a retrospective celebrates the centenary of the birth of Mario Giacomelli, a master of Italian photography, with a collection of works that reflect his unique poetics vision and worldview.
Franco Fontana. Retrospective
The Museo dell’Ara Pacis hosts, until August 31, an exhibition dedicated to Franco Fontana, known for his vividly colored
photographs and geometric compositions that have revolutionized the language of contemporary photography.
Flowers. Dal Rinascimento all’intelligenza artificiale
At the Chiostro del Bramante, until September 14, a curated exhibition explores the theme of flowers in art, from the Renaissance to the latest experiments involving artificial intelligence, featuring works by artists such as Jan Brueghel and Ai Weiwei.
Festival des Cabanes di Villa Medici 2025
From June 5 to September 29, the gardens of Villa Medici become a creative laboratory with the Festival des Cabanes, showcasing ephemeral architectural installations created by international artists and designers.
Frigidaire. History and images of the most revolutionary art magazine in the world
At the Museo di Roma in Trastevere, until September 7, a tribute to the historic magazine Frigidaire traces its story through images, comics, and archival materials, testifying to its impact on Italian culture.
PORTO ROMA. Mohamed Keita
At the Mattatoio di Roma, from May 27 to July 27, artist Mohamed Keita presents a series of photographs illustrating the stories of migrants and refugees, offering a human and profound look into the dynamics of hospitality and integration.
Ottavio Celestino. ANIMAL QUESTION
Also at the Mattatoio, from June 5 to 22, Ottavio Celestino’s exhibition explores the relationship between humans and animals through a series of photographic works that question our perception of the natural world.
Dolce&Gabbana – Dal Cuore Alle Mani (From heart to hands)
From May 14 to August 13, Palazzo delle Esposizioni hosts an exhibition celebrating the creative universe of Dolce&Gabbana, featuring garments, accessories, and objects that convey the story and aesthetics of the well-known Italian fashion duo. The exhibition is divided into rooms, each dedicated to a theme highlighting the skills of the seamstresses working for the designers and their ability to transform the Italian landscape into wearable works of art. Two rooms are also dedicated to stage costumes—one referring to opera productions and the other inspired by Visconti’s legendary film “Il Gattopardo”.
